About HACIA:
Founded in 1979 as a non-profit 501 (c) (6) organization, the Hispanic American Construction Industry Association (HACIA) is a construction advocacy, training, and membership organization. With over 300 members, HACIA provides a range of technical and supportive services to assist minority, women, veteran, and disadvantaged business enterprises (M/W/V/DBE) in addition to workforce development training in the construction and professional services industries. HACIA believes that all qualified construction businesses and individuals should have equal access to opportunities and education; and, therein, strives to build diversity and inclusion that strengthens the industry. HACIA’s mission focuses on ensuring the equitable participation of its members and inclusion of diverse business practices in the construction industry, while also promoting growth, quality of work, professionalism, and integrity.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
- Assist businesses participating in the CEJA Incubator program to become more knowledgeable and competitive to win contracts on new projects and create a footprint within the Green Construction Sector.
- Maintain a good pulse on procurement and business development opportunities with the goal of informing HACIA membership
- Provide bid leads to businesses interested in working in the private and public sector.
- Monitor businesses participating in the CEJA Incubator program throughout their bid proposal processes, ensuring progress toward relevant goals and metrics defined by the grant.
- Track and compile data as it pertains to companies served, proposals submitted, contracts won, and other metrics necessary to evaluate programmatic success.
- Cultivate relationships with all HACIA stakeholders, particularly with agencies in the Construction and Clean Energy Space.
- Serve as liaison between participants, resource partners/providers, and other organizations as directed.
- Communicate with Programs and Membership leadership on knowledge gaps for the purpose of developing new trainings for participants and members.
- Establish and maintain strategic contacts/relationships within varying acquisition systems and community partners; call on these contacts for help in assisting participants.
- Plan and coordinate activities consistent with the goals and objectives of the CEJA Incubator program.
- Engage in online learning classes/webinars for continued professional development related to bidding and procurement.
- Attend networking, outreach, and other events as needed in order to establish relationships and find opportunities to bid for CEJA Incubator participants and HACIA members.
- Serve as an ambassador for HACIA and attend occasional evening events within the industry as directed.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:
Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.
Communications– Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form and verbally. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Customer Service– Displays courtesy and sensitivity. Manages difficult or emotional customer situations. Meets commitments. Responds promptly to customer needs. Solicits customer feedback to improve service.
Dependability – Commits to doing the best job possible. Follow instructions. Keep commitments. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines. Responds to requests for service and assistance. Takes responsibility for own actions.
Planning & Organization – Integrates changes smoothly. Prioritizes and plans work activities. Sets goals and objectives. Uses time efficiently. Works in an organized manner.
Quality – Pays keen attention to detail. Improves processes. Measures key outcomes. Sets clear quality requirements. Solicits and applies customer feedback.
Use of Technology – Adapts to new technologies. Demonstrates required skills. Keeps technical skills up to date. Troubleshoots technological problems. Uses technology to increase productivity.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and at least three (3) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Ability: Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence. Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer/Software Skills: Proficient in MS Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Primarily will work in an office setting and may require travel throughout the city and greater Chicagoland area. The work environment is generally quiet to moderate.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to sit for long periods, use a computer, lift up to 15 lbs, and move around event spaces to set up and engage with attendees. Reasonable accommodations may be made.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Vacation
- Holidays Paid
- Sick Days
- Personal Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Remote Workdays
Disclaimer:
The above job description is intended to describe the general nature of the position and should not be
construed as an all-inclusive list of duties, skills, and standards required for the position. All employees
may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed
or as assigned by their supervisor.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
HACIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HACIA hires individuals on the basis of their qualifications
and ability to complete the essential requirements and responsibilities of the job to be filled. It is HACIA’s
policy to grant equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to race, color,
national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, religion, pregnancy, parental
status, marital status, age, veterans’ or military status, regardless of how discharged, source of income,
credit history, arrest records, or physical or mental handicap or disability, genetic information, or other
classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. HACIA will provide equal opportunities
in all aspects of the employment relationship, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring,
compensation, promotion, working conditions, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of
employment. All employment decisions are made based on availability, qualifications, ability, merit
and/or other legitimate factors consistent with principles of equal employment.